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Building a city within a city

The scale and scope of this world production complex has the potential to create an industry that can contribute to the economy of any country that builds it, writes Joy Films‘ Ali Azarmi

I’ve had the privilege of witnessing UAE’s rise since 1993 and that has shaped my perception and perspective on change and the possible.
The speed and impact of that epic rise, inspired and influenced many. Individuals, companies, industries and even countries. The UAE became the proof of concept for any grand ambition labelled impossible by skeptics.
The film industry in the UAE grew in this environment, with the grit of pioneers like the late Tim Smyth to whom our industry is greatly indebted. 
Today in the UAE, the crew and producers represent the diversity of the country and are as good as the best of the world. In fact, the top producers in the MENA region have unparalleled multi-


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